Carrie Chapman Catt House, Suffragist residence in Briarcliff Manor, New York, US.
The Carrie Chapman Catt House is a historic residence in Briarcliff Manor, New York, built in 1897 in the architectural style of that era. The two-and-a-half story building features a T-shaped floor plan, steeply pitched gable roof, and stone chimney set on a sloping four-acre property.
Carrie Chapman Catt bought this property in 1919 as the final campaign for women's voting rights was underway, living there until 1928 with her partner Mary Hay. The house received National Register of Historic Places designation in 2006.
This residence served as a gathering place where suffrage activists met and planned their efforts during a pivotal moment in American history. The house stands as a tangible reminder of the women's movement and the spaces where change was organized.
The property is located in Briarcliff Manor and remains a private residence not open for regular public visits. Those interested should research ahead to see if any special tours or access opportunities exist, as availability may be limited or seasonal.
The grounds contain juniper shrubs that Catt purchased during Prohibition, claiming this would prevent their use in gin production. This quirky detail reveals how she used practical means to oppose policies she disagreed with.
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